Let's face it: a well-maintained hairstyle can completely change your look. Letting the hair on the sides and back grow out can make even the best-styled hair feel messy and uncomfortable. If you're tired of the close-shaved Undercut or the hassle of maintaining a Long Trim with long sideburns, it’s time to consider the Taper Fade technique! 😉
What is Taper Fade?
The name says it all: Taper and Fade are the two techniques at play here.
Fade involves using clippers to create a smooth transition between different lengths of hair on the sides and back. A popular variation is the Skin Fade, where the hair is shaved close to the skin and gradually blends with the longer hair above.
Taper, on the other hand, uses scissors and clippers to achieve a more subtle gradient on longer hair.
Taper Fade merges these techniques, providing a clean look with just the right amount of length for your medium-length hair.
Who Suits the Taper Fade?
Taper Fade is versatile and works well for many face shapes. The key is in the fringe, which can define your overall look. Styles like the Quiff or Pompadour complement oval, round, and square faces by adding length and balancing proportions.
Round faces benefit from Taper Fade as it provides a slimming effect with its moderate length. However, if you have a heart-shaped face, you might want to avoid Taper Fade as it can accentuate the width of your cheekbones.
Popular Hairstyles with Taper Fade
Taper Fade Pompadour
With this style, your barber will mainly focus on the fringe, requiring just minor trims each month. Keeping the sides and back neat is crucial for maintaining this look.
Taper Fade Slick Back
If you like the classic Undercut Slick Back, you’ll enjoy the Taper Fade version even more. The Taper Fade gives a fresh twist to the sleek, combed-back look. Maintaining a Slick Back can be demanding, often needing combs and styling products for a glossy finish. Water-based and oil-based pomades work best for a smooth, shiny look, while matte products are better for shorter styles.
Taper Fade Textured
Also known as the French Crop, this style features a layered fringe and has recently gained popularity thanks to characters like Tommy Shelby from Peaky Blinders.
Combining a Textured cut with a Taper Fade gives a polished yet edgy look, transforming a rugged style into something much neater.
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